A 52-year-old man without previous seizures presents after his first unprovoked generalised tonic–clonic seizure. He has fully recovered and CT brain ...

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A 52-year-old man without previous seizures presents after his first unprovoked generalised tonic–clonic seizure. He has fully recovered and CT brain and blood tests are normal. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving a car (Group 1 licence) according to DVLA guidance?

Accepted Answer

He must stop driving for at least 6 months and inform the DVLA

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He can continue driving as long as he feels well

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He must stop driving permanently and surrender his licence

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He may drive if his GP agrees no further tests are needed

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He must stop driving for 3 weeks, then can resume if seizure-free

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): First seizure and driving

A 52-year-old man without previous seizures presents after his first unprovoked generalised tonic–clonic seizure. He has fully recovered and CT brain and blood tests are normal. What is the most appropriate advice regarding driving a car (Group 1 licence) according to DVLA guidance?